Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park: planning guide
A large show cave system in the mountains of northern Guerrero. Underground chambers and guided tours near Taxco.
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park is in Guerrero, Mexico. The nearest town is Taxco de Alarcón — roughly 16.3 km (10.1 mi) out, about 27 min of driving.
When to go
Best window: December through April, the drier and less humid stretch. Shoulder season: May and November.
June to November is the wet and hurricane season — heavy rain, high humidity, and occasional storm closures.
Heat and humidity are constant. Plan activity for early morning and carry more water than feels necessary.
Full seasonal breakdown for Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park
Closest towns and cities
| Town | Distance | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Taxco de Alarcón | 16.3 km (10.1 mi) | 27 min |
| Iguala de la Independencia | 36.2 km (22.5 mi) | 51 min |
| Teloloapan | 50.9 km (31.6 mi) | 1 hr 6 min |
| Coacoyula de Álvarez | 67.2 km (41.7 mi) | 1 hr 24 min |
| Apaxtla de Castrejón | 74.6 km (46.4 mi) | 1 hr 32 min |
| Xalitla | 74.8 km (46.5 mi) | 1 hr 32 min |
| Atenango del Río | 75.8 km (47.1 mi) | 1 hr 33 min |
| Tulimán | 76.2 km (47.3 mi) | 1 hr 33 min |
Where Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park sits
Official Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park site — hours, closures, and fees.
Drive times from Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park sits close enough to Lagunas de Zempoala National Park, Nevado de Toluca National Park, El Tepozteco National Park, and Cumbres del Ajusco National Park that one drive from home can cover more than one park.
| Park | Apart | Estimated drive |
|---|---|---|
| Lagunas de Zempoala National Park | 47.4 km (29.4 mi) | 1 hr 3 min |
| Nevado de Toluca National Park | 55.2 km (34.3 mi) | 1 hr 11 min |
| El Tepozteco National Park | 56.6 km (35.2 mi) | 1 hr 13 min |
| Cumbres del Ajusco National Park | 66.3 km (41.2 mi) | 1 hr 23 min |
Parks close by
- Lagunas de Zempoala National Park
Alpine lakes and fir forest in the mountains between Morelos and Estado de México. Cool weekend hiking above Cuernavaca.
- Nevado de Toluca National Park
A dormant volcano west of Toluca with crater lakes at high elevation. Cold, windy summit hikes and four-wheel-drive access.
- El Tepozteco National Park
A pyramid-topped cliff above Tepoztlán, Morelos. Steep day hike through tropical forest to Aztec ruins and valley views.
- Cumbres del Ajusco National Park
Pine–oak highlands on the south edge of Mexico City. Popular weekend hiking and cold nights above the capital.
Common questions
Where is Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park?
Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park sits in Guerrero, Mexico. Taxco de Alarcón, about 16.3 km (10.1 mi) away — roughly 27 min of driving.
When is the best time to visit Grutas de Cacahuamilpa National Park?
Generally December through April, the drier and less humid stretch, with May and November quieter on either side.